Northridge extended their losing streak to 11 on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 4-13 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the Zanesville Blue Devils. The Vikings were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Blue Devils apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Northridge saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Josie Van Fossen, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
Zanesville's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-14. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Zanesville's side, Katie Brooks was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Brooks was also big at the plate, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run.
In other batting news, Ayawna Gladden was excellent, going 1-for-2 with three stolen bases and one run. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Achaia Walker also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Looking ahead, Northridge will square off against Utica at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Redskins have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.18 runs per game on average), something the Vikings will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Zanesville, they will challenge Fort Frye at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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